Senior Human Resources Analyst

State of Oregon

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

OREGON YOUTH AUTHORITY Human Resource Analyst 3 - Senior HR Analyst Salem, Oregon - CENTRAL OFFICE/HUMAN RESOURCE DEPARTMENT EQUITABLE BUILDING Are you a seasoned HR professional with a passion for supporting employees, fostering equity, and navigating complex personnel matters? We are excited to announce a permanent full-time opportunity for a Senior Human Resource Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a trusted advisor to managers, employees, and union partners across a wide range of human resources functions—from classification and recruitment to labor and employee relations. We’re looking for someone who brings deep knowledge of collective bargaining agreements, values diversity and inclusion, and thrives in a dynamic, 24/7 environment. If you have experience conducting investigations, guiding teams through organizational change, and providing sound, written HR guidance that supports employer actions, we encourage you to apply and bring your expertise to this impactful role. For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please click here.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior or Development, Business or Public Administration, the Applied Behavioral Sciences, Industrial Relations or a job-related course of study determined by the appointing authority; and three years of Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR
• Valid certification as a Professional in Human Resource awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute and four years Human Resource professional-level experience related to the position; OR
• Six years Human Resource experience related to the position. Four of the six years must have been at the professional level.
• A master's degree in any of the above listed courses of study may substitute for one year of professional-level experience.
• The State Certified Human Resources Professional (SCHRP) certification, awarded by the Oregon Chief Human Resources Office, substitutes for six months of human resource professional-level experience.
• Valid certification as a SHRM Certified Professional awarded by a nationally recognized organization substitutes for one year of human resource professional-level experience.
• Valid certification as a PSHRA-CP from the Public Sector HR Association substitutes for one year of professional-level human resources experience.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in state processes regarding classification and compensation, including establishments, reclassifications, and analysis'
• Experience conducting investigations regarding workforce management issues and concerns.
• Knowledge related to the State of Oregon Governor's expectations, and assisting managers with ensuring compliance.
• Knowledge and/or experience working through change management and developing efficient processes
• Experience providing recommendations to managers and developing appropriate corrective or disciplinary actions as needed

Benefits

• This position will receive a 2.5% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), which is not reflected in the salary listed in this posting. The increase will be effective February 1, 2026, and will be reflected in paychecks beginning March 1, 2026.
• Hybrid Telework: This position is hybrid work, with once a week required in-office days at a facility, field office, and/or Central Office. In-office day requirements may change depending on business needs. Remote work is evaluated periodically to ensure business needs are being met and can be adjusted at any time. Please visit the state’s Work Reimagined website for more information.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range based on your experience, skills and education.
• This position receives annual increases on anniversary date until the maximum of the salary range is reached.
• OYA values our employees. We believe that your time outside of the workplace is as valuable as it is inside the workplace. We offer a great work/life balance with flexible work schedules on most positions and a competitive benefits package, including low-cost, high-coverage health insurance, generous time-off, and a competitive retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees